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Bike Maintenance Newbie
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I've recently acquired an 80s Schwinn road bike from a neighbor that needs a lot a work to become road worthy again. I've been hard at work refurbishing the bike, getting replacement parts, repainting etc... There are a couples steps in this process I'm struggling with, especially now that I am trying to reassemble all the various parts, that I'm hoping you all will be able to help with. I also need to get 10 posts under my belt before I can post some pictures of what I'm struggling with so stay tuned and thanks in advance for the help!
I've recently acquired an 80s Schwinn road bike from a neighbor that needs a lot a work to become road worthy again. I've been hard at work refurbishing the bike, getting replacement parts, repainting etc... There are a couples steps in this process I'm struggling with, especially now that I am trying to reassemble all the various parts, that I'm hoping you all will be able to help with. I also need to get 10 posts under my belt before I can post some pictures of what I'm struggling with so stay tuned and thanks in advance for the help!
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Welcome, I am mechanically challenged. I bought some tools and started the process of learning the more involved aspects of bike maintenance. BikeForum members have been very generous and informative with my questions. My skills, and patience, could still use much improvement. My willingness to attempt a bike related fix has grown along with the confidence. Stick with it and do not fear asking a question.
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Welcome, I am mechanically challenged. I bought some tools and started the process of learning the more involved aspects of bike maintenance. BikeForum members have been very generous and informative with my questions. My skills, and patience, could still use much improvement. My willingness to attempt a bike related fix has grown along with the confidence. Stick with it and do not fear asking a question.
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It certainly is rewarding. I just hope I get to the point where I can do things quick enough and don't feel like the money I saved is offset by the amount of hours I had to put in!!
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